This was a talk given by Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, resident teacher at Tse Chen Ling, after the Maitreya Relics Tour. The lectures are given in Tibetan and translated into English. Please note that the translations have not been checked. For further information, please visit www.tsechenling.org
Topics: Buddhism, Tse Chen Ling Center, Tibetan Buddhism, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Maitreya Project,...
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Refuge Ceremony and Advice What does it means to take refuge in the Three Jewels (Buddha, Dharma and Sangha), and the essential practices of refuge. Includes the ceremony for taking the vows and their role in enhancing our spiritual growth.
Topics: Buddhism, Tse Chen Ling Center, Tibetan Buddhism, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Refuge
Seven Limb Prayer The seven lines of this prayer help us to purify our negative emotions and actions and to accumulate a wealth of positive potential. From prostrations, offering, confessing to requesting our teachers to teach and to stay, this concise yet simple prayer is a powerful tool for our daily practice. Prostration, Offering, Confessing, Rejoicing, Requesting, Dedicating
Topics: Buddhism, Tse Chen Ling Center, Tibetan Buddhism, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Foundation of All Good Qualities Lam.rim Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa gives a brief overview of this classic lam.rim text by Je Tsong Khapa, renowned practitioner from Tibet in the 15th century. The "Foundation of All Good Qualities" is composed of 14 stanzas of concise instructions in following the Buddhist path from our present deluded state until enlightenment. Very practical with insight into the human condition, Geshe-la teaches on death and impermanence,...
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Stages of the Path, Tsongkhapa, Ven. Geshe Dakpa
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The Heart Sutra is usually considered a member of the Perfection of Wisdom (PrajñÃpÃramitÃ) class of MahÃyÃna Buddhist literature, and along with the Diamond Sutra, is considered by many to be the primary representative of the genre. It consists of just 14 shlokas or verses in Sanskrit and 260 Chinese characters in the most prevalent Chinese version, Taisho Tripitaka Vol. T08 No. 251, translated by Xuan Zang. This makes it one of the most highly abbreviated versions of the Perfection...
Topics: Ngawang, Dakpa, Heart, Sutra, Choden, Rinpoche, Ananda, ADC, Buddhism, Buddhist, Teaching, Geshe,...
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The Heart Sutra is usually considered a member of the Perfection of Wisdom (PrajñÄpÄramitÄ) class of MahÄyÄna Buddhist literature, and along with the Diamond Sutra, is considered by many to be the primary representative of the genre. It consists of just 14 shlokas or verses in Sanskrit and 260 Chinese characters in the most prevalent Chinese version, Taisho Tripitaka Vol. T08 No. 251, translated by Xuan Zang. This makes it one of the most highly abbreviated versions of the Perfection of...
Topics: Ngawang, Dakpa, Heart, Sutra, Choden, Rinpoche, Ananda, ADC, Buddhism, Buddhist, Teaching, Geshe,...
Geshe Dakpa Shantideva Chapter Eight
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Tse Chen Ling, Mahayana
Geshe Dakpa Shantideva Chapter 7
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Tse Chen Ling, Mahayana
Geshe Dakpa Shantideva Chapter Nine (beginning)
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Tse Chen Ling, Mahayana
Geshe Dakpa Shantideva Chapter 6
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Tse Chen Ling, Mahayana
Mudras and Instruments for Guru Puja Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa offers simple instructions on how and when to use mudras (hand gestures) and play instruments during the practice of Guru Puja.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Mudras, Guru, Vajra, Bell, Dorje
Source: Practice Program
What is Enlightenment Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Marin Series Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa gives an overview on what is understood as the ultimate state; enlightenment. He discusses the three kayas (bodies) and how they are interrelated.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Philosophy, Mahayana, Wisdom, Emptiness
Source: Marin Program
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa gives commentary on Master Kamalashila's classic text: Stages of Meditation. All levels.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Kamalashila, Stages of Meditation
Buddhist Daily Practice; the Prelinaires Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa presents the fundamentals of setting up a daily practice; from cleaning the room, making offerings to visualization meditation techniques and prayers. All with the motivation to benefit others!
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Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Stages of the Path, Daily Practice, Prayers, Meditation
Source: Lectures and Events
Refuge in the Three Jewels Ceremony and Ritual Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe Dakpa explains the taking of refuge and refuge committments during the ceremony conferring the refuge vows.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Refuge, Buddha, Dharma, Sangha, Death
Source: Practice Program
Refuge in the Three Jewels Ceremony and Ritual Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe Dakpa explains the taking of refuge and refuge committments during the ceremony conferring the refuge vows.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Refuge, Buddha, Dharma, Sangha, Four Noble Truths, Suffering,...
Source: Practice Program
Overview of Tantra in Tibetan Buddhism Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa December 19, 2006 Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa provides an overview of Tantra (Vajrayana) Buddhism. With a firm foundation in the Buddhist sutra teachings, tantra practitioners employ specific practices. The distinction among the types of practitioners, the causal and resultant paths, the four classes of tantra are made. A must hear for those seeking to gain an introduction to Tibetan Buddhism and Vajrayana (Tantra).
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Philosophy, Mahayana, Meditation, Clear Light, Illusory Body, Highest...
Source: Lectures and Events
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa An Introduction to Sacred Relics Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa speaks on the relevance of sacred relics in conjunction with a tour of sacred relics of Shakyamuni Buddha, disciples of Buddha as well as Buddhist spiritual masters in India, Tibet, historical and contemporary. Geshe-la discusses the importance of the relics as well as relating historical context with which to understand them.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Shakyamuni Buddha, Arhats, Maitreya Buddha, Relics
Source: Lectures and Events
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa An Introduction to Sacred Relics Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa speaks on the relevance of sacred relics in conjunction with a tour of sacred relics of Shakyamuni Buddha, disciples of Buddha as well as Buddhist spiritual masters in India, Tibet, historical and contemporary. Geshe-la discusses the importance of the relics as well as relating historical context with which to understand them.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Relics, Buddha, Disciples
Source: Lectures and Events
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This month, Geshe Dakpa talks about the Heart Sutra. This group is all the services in October, 2010.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Tse Chen Ling, Heart Sutra, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This month, Geshe Dakpa talks about the Heart Sutra. This group is all the services in September, 2010.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Heart Sutra, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Bodhisattva Path Six Perfections - Special Insight Stages of the Path Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe-la gives the traditional approach to developing the mind of bodhicitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of others. Once having gained the realization of bodhicitta, bodhisattvas endure the practice of the six perfections. Here Geshe Dakpa discusses concentration or special insight.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Special Insight, Concentration, Wisdom, Emptiness
Source: Lectures and Events
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa. Today's topic: wanting happiness and how to get it.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Philosophy, Mahayana, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Lobsang Chokyi
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Two Truths Geshe Dakpa discusses conventional truth and ultimate truth. Conventional truth depicts that which is widely known and validly accepted. The ultimate truth is the ultimate reality of phenomena; their lack of inherent existence. Geshe-la gives a clear and understandable presentation of the two truths and their interdependence.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Emptiness, Philosophy, Mahayana, Meditation, Ultimate Truth,...
Source: Lectures and Events
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa. Today's topic: the meaning of refuge.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Philosophy, Mahayana, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Lobsang Chokyi
Mind Training Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Eight Verses on Thought Transformation Create a more meaningful life for yourself. Transform and transcend the problems you face every day. Inspire compassion in our aggressive and violent world. Transform your outer and inner world. Develop loving kindness and compassion for yourself, your community and the world at large. To explore the challenges in our daily life, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa gives commentary on the classical text, Eight Verses of Thought...
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Bodhicitta, Loving Kindness, Mind Transformation, Wisdom, Eight...
Source: Lectures and Events
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Eight Verses on Mind Training Create a more meaningful life for yourself. Transform and transcend the problems you face every day. Inspire compassion in our aggressive and violent world. Transform your outer and inner world. Develop loving kindness and compassion for yourself, your community and the world at large. To explore the challenges in our daily life, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa gives commentary on the classical text, Eight Verses of Thought Transformation. This...
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Bodhicitta, Loving Kindness, Mind Transformation, Wisdom, Eight...
Source: Lectures and Events
Introduction to Emptiness Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa "Emptiness is dependent arising; dependent arising is emptiness." Geshe Dakpa provides an overview of the unique Buddhist philosophy of emptiness; the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. Conjoined with the understanding of dependent arising, the view can begin to change our experience. Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Philosophy, Mahayana, Lamrim, Stages of the Path, Meditation, Bodhicitta, Wisdom, Emptiness, Selflessness of...
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Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Special Insight, Concentration, Wisdom, Emptiness
Source: Lectures and Events
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Foundation of All Good Qualities Lam.rim Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa gives a brief overview of this classic lam.rim text by Je Tsong Khapa, renowned practitioner from Tibet in the 15th century. The "Foundation of All Good Qualities" is composed of 14 stanzas of concise instructions in following the Buddhist path from our present deluded state until enlightenment. Very practical with insight into the human condition, Geshe-la teaches on death and impermanence,...
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Stages of the Path, Tsongkhapa
Source: Lectures and Events
Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Foundation of All Good Qualities Lam.rim Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa gives a brief overview of this classic lam.rim text by Je Tsong Khapa, renowned practitioner from Tibet in the 15th century. The "Foundation of All Good Qualities" is composed of 14 stanzas of concise instructions in following the Buddhist path from our present deluded state until enlightenment. Very practical with insight into the human condition, Geshe-la teaches on death and impermanence,...
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Stages of the Path, Tsongkhapa
Six Perfections Stages of the Path Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe-la gives the traditional approach to developing the mind of bodhicitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of others. Once having gained the realization of bodhicitta, bodhisattvas endure the practice of the six perfections. Here Geshe Dakpa discusses the committments of the bodhisattva path (vows) as well as the first of the six perfections; the perfection of generosity.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Bodhicitta, Wisdom, Six Perfections, Bodhisattva Vows, Six...
Source: Lectures and Events
In Praise of Manjushri Manjushri is the embodiment of all of the Buddhas wisdom and is identified with penetrating insight into the nature of reality and interdependent origination. Praise and homage to Manjushri is said to have great benefit to our study and practice of the teachings. Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa elucidates on the praises containing the full teachings on conventional and ultimate truth. Buddhism, Buddhist Mind Training, Tibetan Buddhism, Philosophy, Mahayana, Bodhicitta, Wisdom,...
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Topics: Buddhism, Tse Chen Ling Center, Tibetan Buddhism, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Source: Lectures and Events
Bodhisattva Path Six Perfections - Wisdom Stages of the Path Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe-la gives the traditional approach to developing the mind of bodhicitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of others. Once having gained the realization of bodhicitta, bodhisattvas endure the practice of the six perfections. Here Geshe Dakpa discusses wisdom; the wisdom realizing selflessness which is the antidote to ignorance.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Special Insight, Concentration, Wisdom, Emptiness
Source: Lectures and Events
Bodhisattva Path Six Perfections - Joyous Effort Stages of the Path Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe-la gives the traditional approach to developing the mind of bodhicitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of others. Once having gained the realization of bodhicitta, bodhisattvas endure the practice of the six perfections. Here Geshe Dakpa discusses the committments of the bodhisattva path (vows) as well as the perfection of joyous effort.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Bodhicitta, Six Perfections, Six Paramitas, Joyous Effort
Source: Lectures and Events
Bodhisattva Path Commentary on Bodhisattva Vows Stages of the Path Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe-la provides a background on the aspiring and engaging bodhisattva vows. The wish to become enlightened to be able to benefit all sentient beings is a powerful aspiration; vowing to never let go of this thought is a wonderful opportunity. Engaging in the bodhisattva acts and refraining from the 18 root downfalls are explained by Geshe Dakpa.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Bodhicitta, Bodhisattva, Bodhisattva Vows
Source: Lectures and Events
Bodhisattva Path Six Perfections - Wisdom Stages of the Path Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe-la gives the traditional approach to developing the mind of bodhicitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of others. Once having gained the realization of bodhicitta, bodhisattvas endure the practice of the six perfections. Here Geshe Dakpa discusses wisdom; the wisdom realizing selflessness which is the antidote to ignorance.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Special Insight, Concentration, Wisdom, Emptiness
Source: Lectures and Events
Bodhisattva Path Six Perfections - Morality and Patience Stages of the Path Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe-la gives the traditional approach to developing the mind of bodhicitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of others. Once having gained the realization of bodhicitta, bodhisattvas endure the practice of the six perfections. Here Geshe Dakpa discusses the committments of the bodhisattva path (vows) as well as the second and third of the six perfections; the perfection of...
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Bodhicitta, Six Perfections, Six Paramitas, Practice of...
Source: Lectures and Events
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in July, 2011.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Songs of Experience
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in December, 2011.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Sunday Service
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in June, 2010.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Tse Chen Ling, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in May, 2010.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Tse Chen Ling, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in April, 2010.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Tse Chen Ling, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in August, 2011.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Songs of Experience
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in October, 2011.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, 7 Point Mind Training
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in September, 2008.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Tse Chen Ling, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Daily Practice in Tibetan Buddhism Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa provides an overview of spiritual practice from our waking moments to the end of the day. He describes the basic practices that comprise the morning session; practices we take into the routines of our daily lives; and closing out the daily activities.
Topics: Buddhism, Tse Chen Ling Center, Tibetan Buddhism, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Buddhist teachings
Source: Lectures and Events
Cultivating the Mind of Bodhicitta Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa Geshe-la gives the traditional approach to developing the mind of bodhicitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of others, which is known to be the heart of Buddha's teachings.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Bodhicitta, Loving Kindness, Mind Transformation, Wisdom, Six...
Source: Lectures and Events
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in May, 2011.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Songs of Experience
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in July, 2010.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Lamrim, Tse Chen Ling, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa
Sunday morning service is a great way to inspire your week. Join us for a short guided meditation, group prayers, and a short inspirational talk with resident teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, or special guests if Geshe-la is out of town. This group is all the services in December, 2009.
Topics: Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Geshe Ngawang Dakpa, Tse Chen Ling, Mahayana
